Crossing the famine to find the white moonlight

To completely eliminate the distrust within the team, Ye Wan decided to take a more direct approach. She initiated an open inquiry session, encouraging all members to speak freely about their dissatisfaction and doubts about her management style. She knew that only by addressing every issue face-to-face could she truly calm the doubts and strengthen the team's unity.

Early that morning, everyone gathered in a circle in the center of the camp. Ye Wan stood in the middle, her gaze firm and her tone calm. "I know there have been some doubts and dissatisfaction lately. Some people question my management style and the distribution of supplies. Today, I invite everyone to speak freely. Whether you ask questions or raise concerns, I will answer them one by one. I hope that after this exchange, everyone will have a clearer understanding of my arrangements and the goals of our entire team."

Her sincerity, without any evasion or shrinking, surprised many disgruntled members. Some secretly admired her courage, considering that if such an open inquiry got out of hand, it could have become a "criticism session" against her.

After a moment's silence, a young villager finally stood up and asked cautiously, "Miss Wan, I have a question. Why do hunters always have to work harder than others, but never get priority for food?"

Ye Wan smiled and nodded, patiently responding, "That's a very good question. Hunting is indeed a demanding job, and I see how hard everyone works. But we have to consider the needs of the entire team, especially the elderly and children. They are weaker and more susceptible to the environment, so we prioritize their basic health. However, I understand your hard work, and in the future we can appropriately increase the size of the hunting team to ensure that you are better supplied after hunting."

Her explanation was reasonable, and many members of the hunting team nodded after listening to it, with a look of relief on their faces.

Then, another woman stepped forward and said hesitantly, "Miss Wan, we've heard some people say that you're allocating resources in a way that favors those you trust. We'd like to know how you make those allocation decisions."

Ye Wan smiled faintly and said sincerely, "I understand everyone has such concerns. When I make every allocation, my primary consideration is the long-term interests of the team, not personal relationships. I don't favor anyone in particular, nor do I hoard resources for myself. To reassure everyone, starting today, I will invite a few volunteers to assist in overseeing the distribution of supplies, allowing everyone to see firsthand where every resource goes. If you feel it's unfair, feel free to raise your concerns and we can work together to improve it."

Her frankness and transparency gradually eased the atmosphere on the scene. Many people were satisfied with her response and felt that they had more direct participation in the team.

Next, an elderly villager raised a more serious question: "Miss Wan, you've led us for a long time. We all respect you, but some people say that perhaps we could make our own decisions instead of following your instructions for everything. What do you think?"

Ye Wan nodded slightly and said calmly, "That's a good question. Every decision I make is to ensure the safety and survival of all of us, not for personal authority. I hope to lead everyone to a more stable lifestyle, but that doesn't mean I want to monopolize power. I very much welcome everyone to participate in management, to discuss and decide our future together. If everyone wants to be more involved in decision-making, you can propose some public discussion or voting mechanisms to allow everyone to jointly decide on certain important matters."

Her answer surprised many people. They did not expect Ye Wan to be so obsessed with power and willing to share and listen to everyone's opinions. This attitude made many members respect and trust her even more.

The entire question-and-answer session lasted nearly two hours, with many people speaking up, expressing their questions and dissatisfaction. Ye Wan listened attentively and patiently answered every question, sharing her thoughts and plans without reservation, whether regarding her management, distribution system, or future plans. She didn't shy away from any difficult questions and even invited everyone to offer suggestions for improvement, hoping to make the team's life more in line with everyone's expectations.

Her sincere response gradually disarmed many who had been skeptical, realizing her selfless dedication to the team. Her transparency, candor, and composure revealed her sense of responsibility and wisdom as a leader.

At the end of the inquiry, an elderly man said with emotion, "Miss Wan is truly a rare and excellent leader. She never shied away from these questions and was willing to face the difficulties with us. We all saw her honesty and sincerity."

A young man also echoed, "Yes, I think those previous rumors are really unbelievable. We can get to where we are today because of Miss Wan's leadership. She is our most trusted leader."

The others nodded, and the atmosphere gradually became harmonious. Those who had originally doubted Ye Wan even felt a little ashamed, and in their hearts they were full of admiration for her honesty and determination.

Through this inquiry, Ye Wan not only successfully resolved discontent and doubts within the team but also further strengthened team cohesion. Through her actions, she demonstrated the breadth of vision and wisdom of a true leader, not just an authoritarian figure. Her attitude and demeanor made it clear to everyone that every decision she made was for the team's future, not personal gain.

In the days that followed, Ye Wan's transparency in team management increased, and team members became more willing to participate in discussions and decision-making. Their trust in her grew even stronger, and the provocations and rumors of the Ye Ershun clan gradually lost their influence in this atmosphere of unity. Everyone became more certain that Ye Wan was not only their leader, but also their pillar of support and a source of trust in their lives.

After this inquiry, Ye Wan's leadership position was more firmly established than ever before. Her wisdom and honesty became the core strength of the entire team, and everyone's admiration for her deepened.